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Researchers look at therapeutic benefits of ketamine

The largest trial into the use of Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) in the UK in more than 30 years will look into how the use of the Class C drug ketamine might reduce the side effects of ECT for those being treated for severe ...

Psychology & Psychiatry created May 01, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

New study examines victims and cyberstalking

(Medical Xpress)—Victims of cyberstalking take more self-protective measures, pay higher out-of-pocket costs to combat the problem and experience greater fear over time than traditional stalking victims, said Matt Nobles ...

Psychology & Psychiatry created Feb 12, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Chips, sodas out, healthier fare in with new school snack rules

(HealthDay)—The days when U.S. children can get themselves a sugary soda or a chocolate bar from a school vending machine may be numbered, if newly proposed government rules take effect. ...

Health created Feb 04, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Risk to all ages: 100 kids die of flu each year

Twenty flu-related deaths have been reported in children so far this winter—one of the worst tolls this early in the year since health officials began keeping track.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Jan 15, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Keep that holiday feeling throughout 2013

Has the return to work got you feeling down in the dumps? Don't worry, advises QUT psychology lecturer Associate Professor Robert Schweitzer, your reaction is perfectly normal.

Psychology & Psychiatry created Jan 07, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Kids fight food allergies one bite at a time

(Medical Xpress)—The holidays can be a stressful time for parents of the six million children in the United States with food allergies.  With so many parties and gifts involving food, parents may worry that their children ...

Immunology created Dec 27, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Healthy eating tips for holiday parties

(HealthDay)—It's all too easy to overindulge in food and drink at holiday parties, but there are things you can do to make sure you don't stray too far off the path of good health, an expert says.

Health created Dec 25, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Can intuition resolve Christmas gift dilemmas? New research suggests it can help

The clock is ticking and you still haven't decided what to get that special someone in your life for the holidays. When it comes to those last-minute gift-buying decisions for family and close friends, intuition may be the ...

Psychology & Psychiatry created Dec 20, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Aging, end-of-life expert offers advice for coping with holiday blues

It may be the most wonderful time of the year. But the holidays can also be a time of sadness and loneliness, especially for those dealing with recent death, illness or changes in family life.

Health created Dec 18, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

12 days of trauma may break the bank for most, says trauma chief

Americans are reporting they plan to spend an average of $854 this year on holiday gifts, but that is pennies compared with the cost of an unplanned trip to the Emergency Department.

Health created Dec 14, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Child psychologist offers holiday tips for unruly kids

The holiday season can be particularly over-stimulating for young children, what with more pressure-packed traveling, shopping and even church-going.  Boston University child psychologist Dr. Jonathan Comer offers parents ...

Psychology & Psychiatry created Dec 11, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Easing holiday grief when loved ones are gone

(HealthDay)—The holiday season can be a difficult time when someone you love has died, but there are ways to deal with your grief during this time of year, an expert says.

Psychology & Psychiatry created Dec 10, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Dial down your holiday stress

(HealthDay)—From crowded shopping malls to unpaid bills to an onslaught of out-of-town guests, the holidays can cause overwhelming stress. One way to remain calm is to manage unrealistic expectations, ...

Health created Nov 22, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Helpful hints, and an illusion, for healthy holiday eating

(Medical Xpress)—The average person consumes about 4,000 calories on Thanksgiving, two times the amount that an average person needs. And that's just the start of a holiday season full of parties, dinners ...

Health created Nov 22, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Grief expert offers tips on holiday survival

Ornaments glistening on a pine tree, carols filling the air, shoppers scurrying through stores and the smell of goodies baking in the oven - it's the holidays. For many this truly is the most wonderful time of the year. Still, ...

Health created Nov 21, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Holiday

A Holiday is a day designated as having special significance for which individuals, a government, or a religious group have deemed that observation is warranted. It is generally an official (more common) or unofficial observance of religious, national, or cultural significance, often accompanied by celebrations or festivities.

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